2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1958 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Prizm | T603 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
